After a Death in Forest of Dean District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Forest of Dean District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Forest of Dean District area, this page will help you understand what to do next, find a trusted funeral director, and access free support tools.

What to do after a death

1

Register the death

This must be done within 5 days (8 in Scotland). Contact your local register office to book an appointment.

2

Choose a funeral director

Pick from vetted, NAFD-accredited directors in your area. They'll guide you through everything.

3

Arrange the funeral

Your funeral director will help plan the service, handle paperwork, and take care of practical details.

4

Sort out the estate

You may need probate. Use our free checker to find out, or speak to a specialist for advice.

Need more detail? Our step-by-step guides cover everything from costs to what happens on the day.

Funeral directors near Forest of Dean District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. Central England Co-operative

0.2 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“What an amazing group of people. Professional but also friendly, caring, respectful and very down to earth. I used the same ones for my mum years ago and would highly recommend these guys to everyone.” — Toni T.

“Mandy was a great help. She kept us in touch with the process and was very understanding to our needs. Her staff were lovely too!” — Sal H.

2. Gordon Blake Funeral Director

0.5 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

3. Collier and Brain Ltd

1.8 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Robin was available at all times of day and night, always quick to respond, nothing was too much trouble. Robin's calm guidance helped us through.” — Kim Z.

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4. Ernest Heal and Sons

4.9 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
David Heal David Heal David Heal David Heal

Meet David, David, David +17

“My dad passed away very suddenly. Nothing was too much trouble and they were very quick at replying to emails. A huge thank you to Luke who is the best and helped us through everything.” — Adrian W.

“It was during the middle of lockdown and I'd been living abroad so it was an extra stressful time. Andrew and everyone I dealt with was kind, compassionate and made a very hard time a little easier. They were wonderful.” — Harriet R.

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5. Abbotsfield & Dawe Brothers Funeral Directors

6.8 miles away

5
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
Jacqui Williams Jacqui Williams Jacqui Williams

Meet Diane, Jacqui, Jacqui +2

“Such caring professional staff when you need them most. Thank you for your service.” — Joy G.

“Jess in particular needs to be singled out for praise. Courteous, respectful and helpful and I can't fault them in the slightest.” — James M.

6. Gordon Blake Funeral Director

7.2 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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7. Philip Blatchly and Son

7.4 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very professional service highly recommend” — Lee B.

“Very professional service highly recommend” — Lee B.

8. Smiths Funeral Service

8.2 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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9. David Stockwell and Co

9.3 miles away

5
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Jan was kind, respectful and very professional. He answered all questions and showed excellent customer service and care.” — alison m.

“So professional and caring — from Shani who guided us through the arrangements to Russell and the drivers who escorted us on the journey to the Crematorium. Thank you all.” — gill t.

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10. Ernest Heal and Sons

9.5 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
David Heal Ernest Heal John Heal Neil Williams

Meet David, Ernest, John +8

“Nothing ever felt rushed or impersonal. They truly listened to what we wanted and helped us create a service that honoured my brother's life in the most beautiful and meaningful way.” — kathy D.

“It was during the middle of lockdown and I'd been living abroad so it was an extra stressful time. Andrew and everyone I dealt with was kind, compassionate and made a very hard time a little easier. They were wonderful.” — Harriet R.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Cathy and the whole team are wonderful, from the first phone call all the way through to bereavement support, they are second to none. Cathy goes above and beyond, and having had …

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    Emily Woods via Google
    5

    An exceptional, compassionate service during a difficult time. Lodge Brothers took care of my mum’s funeral and cremation last month and I truly cannot recommend them highly enoug…

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    Abbie Wood via Google
    5

    The team really went above and beyond for us and my dad. I felt really supported and updated with things. Natalie our funeral director was in regular contact which made me feel co…

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    Alex Bradley via Google
    5

    Sam and her team has unfortunately arranged 3 funerals for us and they’ve all been amazing from start to finish thank you Sam xx

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    Mrs Debbie via Google
    5

    Brilliant service, nothing was to much trouble from the start, nicola was amazing and very helpful, the 2 women I had with me when dressing my mum were so informative and and supp…

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    Toni Adams via Google
    5

    Thank you, Laura and Jack at Tappers Milford on Sea branch.Your calm and considerate and supportive manner at a difficult time was really apprecited. Laura kept me informed throug…

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    Andrew Dickson via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Very grateful for the good service provided by Rosedale, they were friendly and professional to deal with at a difficult time.

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    RICHARD WOOLSEY via Google
    5

    I cannot thank doves in Sittingbourne Enough, they made my mum‘s final journey in the final goodbye here the perfect one, Julie is lovely and she helped me arrange my mum‘s funera…

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    claire attrell via Google
    5

    At a difficult time for us, we found the meticulous, caring service from all the staff at A W Lymn very comforting. Their advice on all aspects of the funeral was very professiona…

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    Roger Aubrook via Google
    5

    I cannot thank Lexie at Box Brothers enough for the incredible support, kindness and guidance she gave us during one of the most difficult times in our lives. Losing someone we l…

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    Kelly Mack via Google